minutes april 18, 2006

a fine gathering.
five riders: g, jonny n, juan, dr. h, secretary
post ride additions: james, hal, president

the secretary met the riders half way at city hall, then we visited a trail in point douglas, saw the oldest house in winnipeg (it sure looks old) and examined the site for the new community centre in that area. next to the bike dump... not a place you'll likely stumble on by accident. we have committed to a visit there some time when it's open. next to the red river college princess campus where juan enthused over various elements of construction and design... finally, to headquarters.... oh, passed the fraternal order of eagles eyrie... now that's a clubhouse. columns, orange and blue neon, the works...

discussion:
- first kids of mud event for the offspring of the president and secretary. lots of kids, lots of bikes. moderate to minimum volume of tears. the 8 & 9 yr olds practiced using the front brake on slight declines... the goal: the appropriate amount of "front".
- the most massive bike parts catalogue was brought by hal. incredible. bicycle seat for $550 anyone? bike armour for the president - priceless.
- hal laid the special fgbc bike deal terms on the table... certain persons are feeling a certain amount of heat over this opportunity. a deal so good it can't be published on this site.
- next week's meeting: the messenger race. stay tuned for more details. start time 9:00.
- week after: dog fest at juan's. sweet.